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How to Install Scripts for Greasemonkey

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Greasemonkey is a browser extension program on Fire Fox and allows the user to alter script settings for their computer. This is a way of customizing the Internet and its settings to suit individual needs and preferences. Below are a few guidelines on how to get started installing scripts for Greasemonkey.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Begin by checking that you have both Fire Fox and Greasemonkey installed on your computer. If not, both can be downloaded off the web very quickly. Use a search engine to get the latest versions.

  2. Step 2

    Open Fire Fox with Greasemonkey extension running on your computer. It is important to use your Fire Fox search engine even if others are running on your PC. It is a good idea to change your Internet settings so that Fire Fox becomes your default browser and home page.

  3. Step 3

    Search the userscripts website to locate possible scripts you want to download. There should be a list of potential scripts related to website design, layout, preferences, and settings. Chose one script to get started.

  4. Step 4

    Click on the icon of your chosen script and select "Install." Greasemonkey software should open and after a few seconds inform you that the script was successfully downloaded. If it doesn't, check that you have Greasemonkey installed correctly.

  5. Step 5

    Return to the search menu to install other scripts. Remember not to use up too much memory or overload your browser. Choose custom setting to suit your individual needs and tastes.

  6. Step 6

    Restart your computer to ensure all programs and scripts have properly installed before using them.

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